El Carretero La 35 Menu (2025 Update)

Welcome to El Carretero La 35, a delightful culinary gem tucked away at 3500 Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ. This charming restaurant celebrates the rich flavors of Colombian and Salvadorian cuisines, offering a vibrant menu that will tantalize your taste buds.

Start with their succulent Pechuga Hawaiana, a Hawaiian chicken breast paired with your choice of sides, or indulge in the crispy Camarones Empanizados. Seafood lovers will relish the Pargo Rojo and its exquisite flavors. Be sure to complement your meal with refreshing water-based shakes, like the Batido De Mora En Agua.

The ambiance is warm and welcoming, amplified by friendly service that makes every visit special. As customers rave, this spot delivers high-quality, well-portioned meals at fantastic prices. Don't miss the chance to savor the culinary magic at El Carretero La 35!

Menu Diario / All Day - Carne / Meat

Chuletas / Pork Chops

Pork chops served with two sides; options include rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$15.95

Bistec Encebollado / Steak With Onions

Steak with sauteed onions, served with two sides: choice from rice, beans, plantains (sweet or fried), salad, or French fries.

US$16.75

Lomo Salteado / Sauteed Loin

Lomo saltado: Sauteed loin accompanied by two sides, options include rice, beans, both sweet and fried green plantains, salad, and french fries.

US$16.75

Lomo De Cerdo / Pork Loin

Pork loin served with two sides: choose from rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or French fries.

US$15.95

Carne Guisada / Beef Stew

Carne Guisada: Tender beef stew. Choice of two sides: rice, beans, sweet or fried plantains, salad, or French fries.

US$16.25

Costillas BBQ / BBQ Ribs

Pork ribs served with two side choices from rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$15.95

Higado A La Italiana / Italian Style Beef Liver

Italian style beef liver, choice of two sides from rice, beans, plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$14.95

Bandeja Con Chicharron / Fried Pork Chunks

Crispy fried pork chunks served with white rice and sweet fried plantains.

US$14.50

Bistec A Caballo / Steak And Eggs

Steak topped with eggs, choice of two sides: rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$16.95

Arroz Paisa / Colombian Style Rice

A hearty mix of rice, sausage, and vegetables, topped with fried plantains and served on a bed of fresh lettuce.

US$15.95

Cazuela De Frijoles / Beans Casserole

A hearty casserole with beans, sausage, beef, plantain, avocado, and crispy fries, garnished with fresh green onions.

US$15.95

Higado Encebollado / Liver With Onion

Liver and onions served with two side choices from rice, beans, sweet plantains, fried green plantains, salad, or French fries.

US$14.95

Lechon Asado / Roasted Pork

Roasted pork served with two side choices, including rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$14.95

Sobrebarriga / Beef Top Flank

Beef top flank, choice of two sides from rice, beans, plantains (sweet or fried), salad, or french fries.

US$15.95

Bandeja De Carne Molida / Ground Beef Platter

Seasoned ground beef with diced vegetables, accompanied by white rice, fried plantains, a fried egg, and a side of hearty soup.

US$13.50

Mar Y Tierra / Surf N Turf

Mar y Tierra: Combines succulent seafood and tender meat. Two side choices from rice, beans, plantains, salad, or fries.

US$31.95

Churrasquito / Little Skirt Steak

Little skirt steak served with two side choices: rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$25.95

Bandeja Paisa / Paisa Platter

A hearty platter featuring grilled meat, crispy pork belly, chicharron, fried plantain, rice, beans, a fried egg, arepa, and fresh avocado slice.

US$25.00

Paisita

A hearty combination of grilled meat, crispy pork belly, fried plantains, creamy beans, white rice, a fried egg, a slice of avocado, and a arepa.

US$21.00

Carne Asada

Carne asada with choice of two sides: rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$16.25

Lomo A La Hawaiana / Hawaiian Loin

Hawaiian loin, beef served with two sides: range from rice, beans, sweet or fried plantains, salad, to French fries.

US$16.25

Tamal

US$12.50

Costillas Fritas / Fried Ribs

Pork ribs; two side choices: rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, french fries.

US$15.50

Lomo De Cerdo Empanizado / Breaded Pork Loin

Breaded pork loin with two side choices among rice, beans, sweet plantains, fried green plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$15.95

Pechuga A La Parrilla / Grilled Chicken Breast

Grilled chicken breast with two side choices among rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$15.50

Pechuga Con Queso / Chicken Breast With Cheese

Chicken breast topped with cheese, two sides: choose from rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$15.95

Pechuga Salteada / Sauteed Chicken Breast

Sauteed chicken breast with two side choices, including rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$15.95

Pechuga Al Limon / Chicken Breast In Lemon

Lemon-marinated chicken breast, served with choice of two sides from rice, beans, plantains (sweet or fried), salad, or french fries.

US$16.00

Pechuga Hawaiana / Hawaiian Chicken Breast

Hawaiian chicken breast served with two side choices: rice, beans, sweet plantains, fried green plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$16.25

Pollo Guisado / Chicken Stew

Chicken stew served with two sides: select from rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$15.95

Pechuga En Salsa De Champinones / Chicken Breast In Mushrooms

Chicken breast smothered in mushroom sauce. Choice of two sides: rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, french fries.

US$16.25

Pechuga Empanizada / Breaded Chicken Breast

Breaded chicken breast with two sides; choose from rice, beans, sweet or fried plantains, salad, and French fries for each side selection.

US$15.95

Pechuga En Salsa De Camarones / Chicken Breast In Shrimp Sauce

Chicken breast coated in shrimp sauce. Options for two sides include rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$18.75

Arroz Con Pollo / Chicken With Rice

US$15.95

Pollo A La Parrilla / Grilled Chicken

Grilled chicken served with two sides. Choose from rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries for each side.

US$13.50

Ensalada De Pollo / Chicken Salad

Fresh, creamy chicken salad with crisp greens and a light, flavorful dressing.

US$12.50

Pechuga A La Milanesa / Milanesa Style Chicken Breast

Milanesa style chicken breast served with two sides. Options include rice, beans, sweet plantains, fried green plantains, salad, and french fries.

US$16.25

Menu Diario / All Day - Aves / Poultry

Menu Diario / All Day - Sandwiches / Sandwich

Sandwich De Bistec / Steak Sandwich

Steak sandwich, choice of two sides: rice, beans, sweet plantains, fried green plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$9.75

Sandwich De Pollo Con Todo / House's Sandwich

Chicken sandwich with choices of two sides from rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or French fries.

US$10.45

Sandwich De Jamon Y Queso / Ham And Cheese Sandwich

Ham and cheese on fresh-baked bread. Options for two sides include rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantain, salad, french fries.

US$7.25

Sandwich De Huevo / Egg Sandwich

Egg sandwich served with two side choices: rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$7.75

Sandwich De Pescado / Fish Sandwich

Fish sandwich with two side choices: rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$8.45

Sandwich De Pernil / Roasted Pork Sandwich

Roasted pork sandwich with two side options from rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or French fries.

US$8.75

Salchipapas

Salchicha, huevo y papas fritas. / Sausage, egg & french fries.

US$7.50

Choripapas

Salchicha colombiana, huevo y papas fritas. / Colombian Sausage, egg & french fries.

US$7.50

Sandwich De Huevos Pericos / Scrambled Eggs With Tomato And Scallion Sandwich

Scrambled eggs with tomato and scallion on bread. Choose two sides: rice, beans, sweet or green fried plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$8.45

Sandwich De Pollo / Chicken Sandwich

Chicken sandwich with two choices of sides, including rice, beans, sweet and fried green plantains, salad, or French fries.

US$9.75

Sandwich De Carne Con Todo / Meat Sandwich With Everything

Meat sandwich served with two sides; options include rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or French fries.

US$10.45

Arroz Con Camarones / Shrimp With Rice

US$15.75

Camarones Al Ajillo / Shrimp In Garlic Sauce

Shrimp in garlic sauce. Two side choices among rice, beans, plantains (sweet or fried), salad, french fries.

US$15.25

Camarones Al Limon / Shrimp And Lemon

Shrimp with a touch of lemon. Options include two sides: choices range from rice, beans, both sweet and fried green plantains, salad, to french fries.

US$15.25

Camarones Empanizados / Breaded Shrimp

Breaded shrimp with two side choices. Options include rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, and french fries.

US$15.25

Filete En Salsa De Camarones / Fish Filet In Shrimp Sauce

Fish filet draped in shrimp sauce. Choose two sides from: rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, French fries.

US$18.75

Camarones Carretero / Shrimp Carretero Style

US$11.95

Filete Empanizado / Breaded Fish Fillet

Breaded fish fillet with two sides. Choices include rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, and french fries.

US$15.50

Filete Sudado / Steamed Fish Filet

Steamed fish filet labeled as fried, served with two sides. Choices include rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, or french fries.

US$15.95

Mojarra Frita / Fried Porgy Fish

Fried porgy fish served with two sides, including a choice of rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$16.95

Filete En Salsa De Champinones / Fish Filet With Mushrooms

Fish filet in a creamy mushroom sauce. Side options include rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, or french fries. Choose two sides.

US$15.95

Salmon A La Plancha / Grilled Salmon

Grilled salmon with two sides from a choice of rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$17.95

Salmon En Salsa / Salmon In Sauce

Salmon in a savory sauce. Two side choices: rice, beans, sweet plantain, fried green plantain, salad, or french fries.

US$18.50

Cazuela De Mariscos / Seafood Casserole

Seafood casserole with options for rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, or french fries as a side.

US$17.95

Filete Al Limon / Fish Fillet In Lemon

Fried fish fillet zestfully dressed in lemon. Choose two sides: rice, beans, sweet or fried green plantains, salad, and french fries.

US$15.75

Ensalada De Camarones / Shrimp Salad

US$12.25

Calamares Empanizados / Breaded Calamari

US$11.95

Pargo Rojo / Red Snapper

Red snapper with two side choices: rice, beans, sweet plantains, fried green plantains, salad, or French fries.

US$17.95

Menu Diario / All Day - Pescados y Mariscos / Fish And Seafood

Menu Diario / All Day - Desayunos / Breakfast

Calentado Con Carne / Meat Calentado

Frijoles refritos, res asada, maduro y aguacate. / Refried beans, roast beef, sweet plantain and avocado.

US$13.50

Carne Asada Con Arepa Con Queso / Carne Asada With Cheese Arepa

Res asada con pan de elote y queso. / Roast beef with corn cake and cheese.

US$11.75

Huevos Con Chorizo / Egg With Colombian Sausage

Eggs paired with Colombian sausage, choice of scrambled, fried, sunny side up, or over easy.

US$11.50

Huevos Con Salchichas / Scrambled Eggs With Sausage

US$10.25

Huevos Pericos / Scrambled Eggs With Onions And Tomato

US$10.25

Calentado Con Huevo / Egg Calentado

Frijoles refritos, huevos y maduro. / Refried beans, eggs and sweet plantain.

US$11.50

Desayuno Con Carne / Meat Breakfast

Res asada, arroz y pan de elote. / Roasted beef, rice and corn cake.

US$13.50

Huevos Con Arepa Con Queso / Eggs With Arepa And Cheese

Huevos revueltos con pastel de elote y queso. / Scrambled eggs and corn cake with cheese.

US$10.25

Huevos En Cacerola / Egg Casserole

Huevo frito, arroz y pan de elote. / Fried eggs, rice and corn cake.

US$10.25

El Carretero Con Carne / El Carretero With Meat

Res deshebrada, huevo revuelto, queso y pan de elote. / Shredded beef, scrambled eggs, cheese and corn cake.

US$13.50

Huevos El Carretero Con Pollo / El Carretero Eggs With Chicken

Pollo deshebrado, huevos fritos, queso y pan de elote. / Shredded chicken, fried eggs, cheese and corn cake.

US$12.50

Calentado Con Pechuga / Chicken Breast Calentado

Frijoles refritos, pechuga de pollo, maduro y aguacate. / Refried beans, chicken breast, sweet plantain and avocado.

US$12.50

Desayuno Salvadoreno / Typical Salvadoran Breakfast

Typical Salvadoran breakfast with choice of egg: scrambled, fried, sunny side up, or over easy.

US$15.95

Huevos Con Jamon / Scrambled Eggs With Ham And Rice

US$10.25

Huevos Pericos Con Jamon / Scrambled Eggs With Ham, Rice And Corn Cake

US$10.95

Maduro Con Queso / Sweet Plantain And Cheese

US$3.00

Empanada

Golden, flaky pastries filled with savory ingredients, served with a side of tangy dipping sauce.

US$2.00

Chorizo

Grilled chorizo sausage served with a toasted bun and lime wedges.

US$3.50

Empanada De Pollo / Chicken Empanada

Golden pastry filled with seasoned chicken, served with a side of tangy dipping sauce.

US$2.00

Salami

US$2.25

3 Piezas De Chicharron De Pollo / 3 Piece Fried Chicken Chunks

US$2.50

Arepa De Chocolo

US$2.00

Pandebono

Colombian cheese bread, warm and soft with a crispy crust.

US$2.00

Almojabana / Colombian Cheese Bread

US$2.25

Pan De Queso / Cheese Bread

US$1.75

Arepa De Choclo Con Queso / Corn Arepa With Cheese

Golden corn arepa topped with a generous slice of fresh white cheese.

US$3.75

Chicharron De Cerdo / Fried Pork Rinds

Crispy pork rinds paired with a soft, golden corn cake.

US$6.00

Croissant Jamon Y Queso / Ham & Cheese Croissant

US$3.75

Pierna De Pollo A La Parrilla / Grilled Chicken Leg

US$4.00

Arepa Con Mantequilla / Arepa With Butter

US$1.75

Bunuelos / Fried Pastries

US$1.25

Pan Tostado / Toast

US$1.50

Choripapas

Salchicha colombiana, huevo y papas fritas. / colombian sausage, egg & french fries.

US$8.00

Salchipapas

Salchicha, huevo y papas fritas. / sausage, egg & french fries.

US$8.00

Calamares Empanizados / Breaded Calamari

US$8.95

Arepa Blanca Con Queso / White Cheese Arepa

US$3.50

Menu Diario / All Day - Entradas / Entree

Menu Diario / All Day - Batidos en Leche / Milk-Based Shakes

Batido De Mango En Leche / Milk-Based Mango Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Mora En Leche / Milk-Based Blackberry Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Maracuya En Leche / Milk-Based Passion Fruit Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Guanabana En Leche / Milk-Based Soursop Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Pina En Leche / Milk-Based Pineapple Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Lulo En Leche / Milk-Based Lulo Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Papaya En Leche / Milk-Based Papaya Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Banano En Leche / Milk-Based Banana Shake

US$6.50

Batido De Mora En Agua / Water-Based Blackberry Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Fresa En Agua / Water-Based Strawberry Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Mango En Agua / Water-Based Mango Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Maracuya En Agua / Water-Based Passion Fruit Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Guanabana En Agua / Water-Based Soursop Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Papaya En Agua / Water-Based Papaya Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Pina En Agua / Water-Based Pineapple Shake

US$6.00

Batido De Lulo En Agua / Water-Based Lulo Shake

US$6.00

Jugo De Naranja / Orange Juice

Citrusy refreshment in every sip.

US$6.50

Jugo De Naranja Y Zanahoria / Orange & Carrot Juice

US$7.50

Menu Diario / All Day - Batidos en Agua / Water-Based Shakes

Menu Diario / All Day - Batidos Carretero / Carretero Shakes

Batido Magico / Magic Shake

A vibrant blue milkshake topped with whipped cream and colorful marshmallow pieces.

US$6.50

Pina Colada

A blend of pineapple and coconut flavors, topped with whipped cream and a cherry.

US$6.50

Batido De Dulce De Leche / Dulce De Leche Shake

Rich and creamy shake blended with caramelized milk, topped with whipped cream and drizzled with dulce de leche.

US$6.50

Batido De Oreo / Oreo Shake

Creamy milkshake blended with Oreo cookies, topped with whipped cream and Oreo crumbles.

US$6.50

Limonada / Lemonade

Refreshing, thirst-quenching lemonade, perfectly sweetened.

US$6.50

Limonada De Coco / Coconut Lemonade

Creamy coconut lemonade blended with fresh coconut milk and zesty lime, topped with a lime slice.

US$6.50

Cafe Helado / Iced Coffee

Rich coffee blended with ice, topped with whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate syrup.

US$6.50

Soda De Frutos Rojos / Red Berry Soda

A refreshing soda infused with a mix of red berries, offering a vibrant and fruity beverage.

US$5.00

Soda De Maracuya

Passion fruit soda with fresh lime slices and passion fruit seeds.

US$5.00

Batido De Trigo

Creamy milkshake blended with wheat, topped with whipped cream and crunchy cereal bits.

US$6.50

Btido De Avena

Creamy milkshake blended with oatmeal, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of oats.

US$6.50

Milo Frio

Rich chocolate milkshake topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

US$6.50

Nutella

Rich Nutella blended with milk, topped with whipped cream and crunchy cereal pieces.

US$6.50

Ensalada De Calamares / Calamari Salad

US$8.95

Ensalada Regular / Regular Salad

US$4.25

Ensalada De Camarones / Shrimp Salad

US$10.75

Ensalada De Pollo / Chicken Salad

Fresh, creamy chicken salad with crisp greens and a light, flavorful dressing.

US$9.95

Ensalada Verde / Green Salad

Fresh Mixed Greens with a Light, Zesty Dressing

US$5.50

Menu Diario / All Day - Ensaladas / Salads

Menu Diario / All Day - Panaderia / Bakery

Pastel De Naranja / Orange Cake

US$2.75

Churros

Crispy, sugar-coated Spanish dough sticks, perfect for dipping.

US$2.00

Pastel De Zanahoria / Carrot Cake

US$2.75

Empanada De Cambray

Golden-brown pastry filled with a sweet and tangy jam, offering a delightful balance of textures and flavors.

US$2.25

Pan Integral / Whole Wheat Bread

Hearty whole wheat bread with a soft, dense crumb and a slightly crisp crust.

US$1.00

Pan Trenza Con Queso / Braided Cheese Bread

Soft, golden braided bread filled with creamy cheese.

US$4.00

Pan Mediano Con Queso / Medium Cheese Bread

Soft, golden-brown bread topped with melted cheese.

US$3.00

Pan Pequeno Con Queso / Small Cheese Bread

Golden-brown small cheese bread with a soft, flaky crust and a savory cheese filling.

US$2.00

Pan Grande Sin Queso / Large Bread Without Cheese

US$4.00

Pan Mediano Sin Queso / Medium Bread Without Cheese

Golden-brown medium bread with a crisp crust and soft, airy interior.

US$3.00

Pan Pequeno Sin Queso / Small Bread Without Cheese

Soft, golden-brown small bread with a light, fluffy interior and a slightly crisp crust, perfect for any meal.

US$2.00

Roscon De Guayaba Y Queso / Guava & Cheese Roscon

A sweet, ring-shaped pastry filled with guava and cheese, dusted with powdered sugar.

US$3.00

Palitos Dulces (4) / Sweet Bread Sticks (4)

Crisp and golden sweet bread sticks, offering a subtly sweet flavor with a light, airy texture. Four pieces per serving.

US$2.25

Chicharrones De Guayaba / Fried Guava Chunks

Golden-brown fried guava chunks with a light, crispy coating, delivering a sweet and tangy flavor in each bite.

US$2.50

Orejas Dulces / Sweet Palmiers

Crispy, heart-shaped puff pastry with a caramelized sugar glaze.

US$2.50

Tres Leches

Velvety three-milk cake, soaked and sweetened for a decadent dessert experience.

US$3.25

Milhojas De Dulce De Leche / Dulce De Leche Millefeuille

Layers of flaky pastry filled with rich dulce de leche, topped with a delicate glaze and chocolate drizzle.

US$3.25

Flan

Smooth, caramel-topped custard, a classic delight.

US$3.25

Croissant

Flaky, Butter-rich French Pastry with a Golden, Crisp Exterior

US$2.00

Tostadas

Crispy, golden-brown slices of toasted bread, perfect for spreading with your favorite toppings.

US$1.75

Coca-Cola

Lata. / Can.

US$1.50

Pepsi

Lata. / Can.

US$1.50

Ginger Ale

Lata. / Can.

US$1.50

Sprite

Lata. / Can.

US$1.50

Colombiana

Lata. / Can.

US$2.00

Manzana Postobon / Apple Postobon

Lata. / Can.

US$2.00

Jugo Hit Mora

A refreshing blackberry juice made from ripe, sweet blackberries, offering a natural and fruity taste.

US$2.00

Jugo Hit Lulo

Refreshing lulo fruit juice, offering a tangy and tropical flavor.

US$2.00

Zeltser Water

Carbonated water with a crisp, clean taste.

US$1.50

Sunkis Orange

Refreshing orange juice in a convenient can.

US$1.50

Jugo Hit Mango

Mango juice made from ripe, sweet mangoes, offering a refreshing and fruity beverage.

US$2.00

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera juice with natural extracts, offering a refreshing and hydrating beverage option.

US$2.00

Sunny D

A refreshing orange-flavored juice drink.

US$2.00

Jugo De Manzana

Refreshing apple juice made from 100% pure apple extract.

US$2.00

Gatorade

A crisp, satisfying taste to quench thirst and energize without caffeine

US$3.00

Pony Malta

Carbonated malt beverage with a rich, sweet flavor.

US$2.00

Malta Goya

A non-alcoholic malt beverage with a rich, sweet flavor and a dark, caramel-like color.

US$2.00

Menu Diario / All Day - Bebidas / Drinks